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Recent News About Texas Governor Greg Abbott
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Governor Abbott reappoints McCleskey as independent ombudsman for TJJD
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Robert “Sean” McCleskey as the Independent Ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).
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Governor Abbott announces job training funds for Victoria College
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a grant exceeding $138,000 from the Skills Development Fund to Victoria College.
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Governor Abbott appoints new members to Manufactured Housing Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Brady and Joe Christian to the Manufactured Housing Board.
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Governor Abbott orders end to DEI policies in Texas state agencies
Governor Greg Abbott has issued an Executive Order requiring Texas state agencies to remove any Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies.
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Governor Abbott directs rejection of 'woke' gender ideologies
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a directive to Texas state agency heads, urging them to adhere to both state and federal laws regarding gender ideologies.
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Texas releases 2025 report on economic impact of its music industry
Governor Greg Abbott has unveiled the 2025 Texas Music Industry Economic Impact Report, a biennial publication from the Texas Music Office (TMO).
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Texas leads US in job creation for third consecutive year
Texas has maintained its position as the leading state in job creation for the third consecutive year.
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Governor Abbott directs deployment of DPS tactical strike teams
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to deploy tactical strike teams in support of the Trump Administration's homeland security efforts.
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Governor Abbott commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day with mansion lighting
Governor Greg Abbott marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day by illuminating the Governor's Mansion in yellow.
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Texas sets new records in employment growth under Governor Abbott
Texas has achieved new milestones in job creation, with record highs in total jobs, the number of Texans employed, and the size of its labor force, according to December 2024 employment data.
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Governor Abbott appoints John Asel to Alamo Regional Mobility Authority
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John Asel as the presiding officer of the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA).
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Governor Abbott appoints Paul E. Mansur as Yoakum County criminal district attorney
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Paul E. Mansur as the new Yoakum County Criminal District Attorney.
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Governor Abbott congratulates President Trump on inauguration day
Governor Greg Abbott extended his congratulations to Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.
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Governor Abbott appoints three members to early childhood intervention advisory committee
Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee.
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Abbott appoints Major General Sheridan to lead Texas State Guard
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Major General Roger O. Sheridan as the Commanding General of the Texas State Guard.
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Governor Abbott appoints Melva Henderson to Rehabilitation Council
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Melva Henderson to the Rehabilitation Council of Texas.
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Governor Abbott appoints three individuals to Humanities Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has made appointments to Humanities Texas, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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Texas governor renews wildfire disaster proclamation amid persistent fire threats
Governor Greg Abbott has renewed a wildfire disaster proclamation in Texas, initially issued on October 14, 2024.
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Texas invests heavily in boosting its growing manufacturing industry
Governor Greg Abbott recently underscored the strength of Texas' manufacturing sector, noting significant investments aimed at enhancing the "Made in Texas" brand globally.
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Texas fosters program fulfills over 5,300 holiday wishes
First Lady Cecilia Abbott marked a significant achievement as over 5,300 holiday wish lists for Texas children in foster care were fulfilled this year.